Stewarts Brook crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Stewarts Brook
Stewarts Brook is a rural locality situated in the Upper Hunter Shire of New South Wales, positioned within the rugged terrain of the Barrington Tops region. Located approximately 40 kilometres northeast of Scone, the area is defined by its mountainous topography, dense eucalypt forests, and the waterway from which it takes its name. The population is sparse and dispersed, consisting primarily of residents engaged in agricultural pursuits, including beef cattle grazing and small-scale primary production.
Local life in Stewarts Brook is defined by its isolation and commitment to a traditional rural lifestyle, with few public amenities available within the locality itself. Residents rely on the larger service centre of Scone for schooling, retail, and healthcare services. Historically, the area was settled in the late 19th century as timber-getting and grazing expanded into the upper reaches of the Hunter Valley. The locality retains a heritage character rooted in this colonial-era pastoral development, with various historic homesteads and remnants of early European land use still visible across the landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 24 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.